4-Day Southern Beach & Safari Adventure
Beaches, a safari at Udawalawe or Yala and a whale-watching trip.
About Udawalawe
Udawalawe is the easiest place in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants, thanks to its open grassland and reservoir. Herds with calves are common, and it is a great first safari for families.
What to do
- Large herds of wild elephants
- Birdwatching and raptors
- Elephant Transit Home visit
- Short drive from Ella or the south coast
- Half-day or full-day safaris
Best timeGood all year, with the dry months of May to September giving the best sightings at the water.
Getting thereAbout 4 hours from Colombo and 1.5 hours from Ella.
RegionWild South
2 tours
Tours that visit Udawalawe
Udawalawe National Park Safari
Wild elephants, water buffalo, crocodiles and birdlife on open grassland.
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